IN THIS EDITION:
- Mandarins bring music education to at-risk youth
- Bluecoats name 2021 drum majors
- Boston Crusaders reveal 2021 production
- And more!
#MarchOn
With the cancelation of the 2020 DCI Tour and 2021 serving as a “bridge” to Drum Corps International’s 50th anniversary 2022 season, DCI’s performing ensembles are in need of your assistance. A donation of any amount to the organizations of your choice will go a long way to ensure that we will #MarchOn for the benefit of some of the best and brightest young adults across the globe!
7th Regiment
7th Regiment’s online store is now open for browsing and buying.
The Academy
The Academy has open positions in the corps’ brass, color guard and percussion sections. Check the corps’ Facebook feed for the latest postings.
The Battalion
It’s not too late to get involved with the Battalion for the corps’ 2021 season.
Blue Devils
Take a peek at this educational Blue Devils Virtual Audition Academy video featuring Scott Chandler.
Blue Knights
From Louis Armstrong to Billie Eilish, Blue Knights revealed some of the artists who will make up the corps’ repertoire this summer.
Blue Stars
Take a look back to Blue Stars’ 2018 production, “The Once and Future Carpenter.”
Bluecoats
Bluecoats named the two individuals who will serve as drum majors during the corps’ 2021 season.
Boston Crusaders
Boston Crusaders recently revealed the concept of the corps’ 2021 production, “Zoom.”
The Cadets
The Cadets posted a number of positions for those interested in working with the corps this summer.
The Cavaliers
The Cavaliers posted summer employment and intern positions.
Colts
Check out this throwback photo to the Colts performing on the steps of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World.
Columbians
Columbians will host an online alumni meeting on March 31.
Crossmen
The latest episode of “Crossmen Live!” interviews military band alums.
Genesis
In a new video, Genesis brass co-sergeant Amanda Strickland talks about what the corps has been up to in recent months.
Gold
Registration is open for Gold’s educational experience and auditions events.
Guardians
Corps members explain why they choose to march as members of Guardians.
Heat Wave
Heat Wave will host a hybrid in-person and virtual rehearsal camp on Saturday, April 24.
Impulse
Impulse’s live in-person casting call is coming up in just a few weeks.
Jersey Surf
Longtime Jersey Surf merchandise manager Bill Ives is featured by the Philadelphia Inquirer for his incredible collection of drum corps memorabilia.
Legends
Legends announced this week that the corps will focus its efforts on a return to the field in 2022.
Louisiana Stars
Info on the educational Stars Academy including dates and fees is now available.
Madison Scouts
In episode 8.1 of “Behind the Fleur,” Madison Scouts’ Chris Komnick and David Lofy reflect on the cancelation of the 2020 DCI Tour and look ahead to the corps’ plans for 2021.
Mandarins
Mandarins recently conducted the first session of the Mandarins Academy Pathway program at the Sacramento County Youth Detention Facility. “Our intent is to provide music education for at-risk youth who have had negative influences and have made bad choices in their lives,” the corps said in a Facebook post.
Music City
Music City auditions are ongoing.
Pacific Crest
The next Pacific Crest “mallet hang” will take place March 28.
River City Rhythm
2019 corps members talk about their experiences marching as members of River City Rhythm.
Santa Clara Vanguard
The latest episode of “Vanguard Voices,” talks with women of the Vanguard cymbal line representing several generations.
Seattle Cascades
Registration is now open for Seattle Cascades’ April e-camp.
Shadow
Shadow’s next virtual masterclass on the subject of tenor drumming will take place Sunday, March 28.
New gear is now available from the Spirit of Atlanta online store.
Spirit of Atlanta
Troopers
Troopers’ next virtual camp will take place this Saturday, March 27.
